AC Milan and Germany defender Malick Thiaw has publicly praised Senegalese football fans for their passionate support. His comments came after a large contingent of supporters attended a Senegal national team friendly match at the Stade de France in Paris.
The match in question was a friendly between Senegal and Bolivia, played on March 22, 2026. Despite the game not featuring the French national team, a significant number of fans, many of Senegalese heritage, filled the stadium to support the Lions of Teranga.
Thiaw, who was born in Germany to a Senegalese father and a Finnish mother, expressed his admiration for the unwavering fan support. He highlighted the challenge of filling such a major stadium for a match not involving the host nation, crediting the Senegalese diaspora for creating a vibrant atmosphere.
The 24-year-old defender's remarks underscore the strong cultural ties and sporting passion within the Senegalese community in France. The friendly served as a preparatory match for Senegal ahead of upcoming international competitions.
